Summary
President Donald Trump plans to impose tariffs on several European countries because they oppose the U.S. acquiring Greenland. These tariffs will start at 10% on February 1 and increase to 25% by June 1 unless the U.S. can agree to buy Greenland. Denmark and Greenland are against Greenland joining the U.S., and protests have occurred in Denmark.
Key Facts
- President Trump wants the U.S. to take control of Greenland, currently a part of Denmark.
- Starting February 1, a 10% tariff will apply to Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the UK.
- These tariffs will rise to 25% on June 1 if no agreement is reached.
- There have been protests in Denmark against the idea of the U.S. buying Greenland.
- Most Greenlanders oppose joining the U.S., with 85% against it in a recent poll.
- Danish and Greenland officials have been unable to change the U.S. stance on acquiring Greenland.
